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- New Bluetooth accessory ‘Tile’ wants to keep you from losing important stuff
- Enormously popular WhatsApp goes free: gains iCloud chat backups and other features
- Let’s Talk Jailbreak 19: No plastic on the couch
- Stop-motion vid pays homage to retro gaming using iPad mini and Nexus 7 components
- WSJ: Google seeking game-changing live TV Internet service
- All-time iPhone sales are about to surpass all-time iPod sales
- AllThingsD confirms July iPhone 5S production, new mid-tier iPhone variant
- Here’s why Apple dropped the ball in Russia
- Add a standalone calendar widget to Notification Center with ‘CalendarX’
- Instagram’s head designer Tim Van Damme is leaving for DropBox
- Griffin’s multi-device charging station now shipping
- How to supercharge Spotlight with ‘TaskMaster’
- Over 50% of all streaming set-top boxes sold are Apple TVs
- Little League World Series to use iPads for scorekeeping, live game updates
- Microsoft turns Outlook Web App into a native client for iPhone and iPad
- Audiofly headphones are your new favorite pair [review + giveaway]
- PrimeSense dismisses Apple buyout chatter, Intel buys perceptual computing startup Omek
- App Store giveaway adds 5.7 million new Infinity Blade II players in 7 days
- Popular private taxi service Uber updates iPhone app with fare splitting
- Apple patents turns iPad into virtual CAD toolbox
| New Bluetooth accessory ‘Tile’ wants to keep you from losing important stuff Posted: 16 Jul 2013 06:40 PM PDT
Introducing the Tile, a small square device with built-in Bluetooth that connects to your iPhone to help you find lost items like your wallet, car keys, computer and more. In fact, anything you attach the Tile to, the app can help you track down. Now, this isn’t the first time we’ve seen a Bluetooth accessory team up with the iPhone with the promise of tracking things down. But Tile is small, extremely affordable and can attach to almost anything. And it has several other cool features too…(...) "New Bluetooth accessory ‘Tile’ wants to keep you from losing important stuff" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Enormously popular WhatsApp goes free: gains iCloud chat backups and other features Posted: 16 Jul 2013 04:42 PM PDT
WhatsApp, arguably the most popular cross-platform chatting solution, has just gone free on the App Store. We’re not sure whether the move is part of the upcoming iOS subscription switch or if there was a change of heart. Either way, we’re not complaining. Previously a 99-cent download, WhatsApp for the iPhone and iPod touch is now provided free of charge (jump past the fold for the fine print). In addition, the app’s been updated with the much-needed ability to back up your chats to iCloud so you don’t loose your chat history upon reinstalling WhatsApp. Other changes in WhatsApp 2.10.1 include support for URL schemes and the ability to send multiple photos at the same time…(...) "Enormously popular WhatsApp goes free: gains iCloud chat backups and other features" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Let’s Talk Jailbreak 19: No plastic on the couch Posted: 16 Jul 2013 04:28 PM PDT
Welcome to the 19th episode of Let’s Talk Jailbreak. This week, Cody and Jeff discuss some of their most wanted features for the upcoming iPhone refresh. The duo also discusses the phenomenon of trading up for new devices every year, along with the pervasive use of cases on the iPhone. Of course, there is plenty of jailbreak discussion to go around too, as they both break down several new jailbreak tweaks that recently debuted on Cydia. (...) "Let’s Talk Jailbreak 19: No plastic on the couch" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Stop-motion vid pays homage to retro gaming using iPad mini and Nexus 7 components Posted: 16 Jul 2013 04:03 PM PDT
Over the years, repair shop iFixit has torn apart hundreds, if not thousands, of mobile devices so the world could understand how these things are made, and more importantly – how our gadgets fare from the repairability standpoint. Today, the iFixit blog is highlighting something completely different, a cool stop-motion animation by Martin Spengler and German ad shop LAB BINÆR. The charming video is well worth a watch: it’s a clever homage to retro gaming that uses the disassembled iPad mini and Nexus 7 components to build levels reminiscent of some of the widely popular old-school games…(...) "Stop-motion vid pays homage to retro gaming using iPad mini and Nexus 7 components" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| WSJ: Google seeking game-changing live TV Internet service Posted: 16 Jul 2013 03:11 PM PDT
I know, I know, Google runs the world’s greatest video streaming machine, YouTube, so why wouldn’t networks broadcast live TV there, no? Not so fast. For starters, Google might be interested in marketing a rumored live TV Internet service separate of its other offerings. Let’s also not forget Apple hasn’t had much luck persuading networks to license TV channels directly instead of going through operators. Be that as it may, the search giant is said to has been months into negotiating an over-the-top video service that would let customers stream live TV programming over the Internet, in turn totally bypassing cable operators like Comcast and Time Warner Cable. There’s no question cable-cutters should have a field day when, and if, Google’s live TV becomes a reality…(...) "WSJ: Google seeking game-changing live TV Internet service" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| All-time iPhone sales are about to surpass all-time iPod sales Posted: 16 Jul 2013 02:57 PM PDT
The iPhone, Apple’s wildly successful smartphone, is coming up on a significant milestone. The handset is about to pass another one of the Cupertino company’s wildly successful products, the iPod MP3 player, in all-time sales. The achievement was noted on Twitter this morning by Ender’s analyst Benedict Evans, who pointed out that with cumulative iPhone sales at 356 million units and lifetime iPod sales at 375 million, it should happen this quarter…(...) "All-time iPhone sales are about to surpass all-time iPod sales" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| AllThingsD confirms July iPhone 5S production, new mid-tier iPhone variant Posted: 16 Jul 2013 01:10 PM PDT
The-not-so-reliable analyst Peter Misek made rounds last week convincing clients that mass production of the iPhone 5S was about to start later in the month, in time for a late-September or early-October launch. Misek’s mixed track record and another surprising claim of his – that Apple has already begun production of a rumored lower-cost iPhone – led us to file the report under the ‘Unlikely’ drawer. But the story unexpectedly grew more legs today as AllThingsD, the respectable blog owned by the credulous Wall Street Journal, independently confirmed that this is indeed the case…(...) "AllThingsD confirms July iPhone 5S production, new mid-tier iPhone variant" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Here’s why Apple dropped the ball in Russia Posted: 16 Jul 2013 12:15 PM PDT
Russia is one of the BRIC countries mentioned alongside Brazil, India and China as areas where demand for smartphones is increasing rapidly. Yet, recently, the last of Russia’s big-three carriers stopped selling the iPhone, leaving it up to resellers and Apple’s new online store to meet demand. Why are Russian carriers saying no to the iconic handset – and adopting competitors, such as Samsung and Microsoft? The answer could be as simple as 1-2-3…(...) "Here’s why Apple dropped the ball in Russia" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Add a standalone calendar widget to Notification Center with ‘CalendarX’ Posted: 16 Jul 2013 12:08 PM PDT
CalendarX is a recently released jailbreak tweak that serves as a widget for Notification Center. It’s a very interesting tweak that can be enabled by using the standard Notifications panel in the stock Settings app. The thing that makes CalendarX so unique is that it is a standalone self contained calendar app that doesn’t rely on any outside functionality. In fact, none of the calendars or events that you setup within CalendarX will be displayed in the stock Calendar app or vice versa. Again, think standalone here. Depending on your outlook, that could be perceived as either a positive or a negative. Have a look past the break as I go more in-depth with CalendarX on video.(...) "Add a standalone calendar widget to Notification Center with ‘CalendarX’" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Instagram’s head designer Tim Van Damme is leaving for DropBox Posted: 16 Jul 2013 12:00 PM PDT
Since January of last year, Tim Van Damme has been responsible for the look and feel of Instagram, one of the hottest mobile apps on the planet. But today, the 28-year-old designer announced that he would be leaving the Facebook-owned company to take on a new position. That position is on the design team at Dropbox, the hot cloud storage startup that recently acquired Mailbox and is now building a platform for apps to sync various amounts of data. In a blog post, Van Damme said it was “time to move on, to solve a different set of problems.”(...) "Instagram’s head designer Tim Van Damme is leaving for DropBox" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Griffin’s multi-device charging station now shipping Posted: 16 Jul 2013 11:45 AM PDT
The accessory maker Griffin at this year’s CES in January 2013 took the wraps off the PowerDock 5, an intriguing charging station capable of charging and syncing up to five devices at once. Each of its five bays features an individual 10-watt, 2.1-amp power supply. This lets you charge any iOS device, including the power-hungry iPad 3 and iPad 4 (which can be docked even in their cases). Those eyeing this ultimate charging station should be pleased learning that Griffin today started shipping the PowerDock 5…(...) "Griffin’s multi-device charging station now shipping" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| How to supercharge Spotlight with ‘TaskMaster’ Posted: 16 Jul 2013 11:23 AM PDT TaskMaster is a new Spotlight based jailbreak tweak that adds a variety of new functions to the built in iOS search feature. Along with the ability to search the contents of your device, you’ll find new toggles, quick compose shortcuts, now playing information for your music, and more. It’s not a perfect jailbreak tweak, but you may find its variety appealing. Have a look inside as I take TaskMaster for a spin in our video walkthrough.(...) "How to supercharge Spotlight with ‘TaskMaster’" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Over 50% of all streaming set-top boxes sold are Apple TVs Posted: 16 Jul 2013 11:08 AM PDT
According to the latest Frost & Sullivan Consumer Video Devices Market report, the Apple TV currently accounts for more than half of all streaming set-top boxes sold worldwide. That makes it the leader in the space by a long shot, with Roku coming in second at 26%. The market research outlet posted the report this morning, which details a number of data points including market drivers, restraints to growth, product and pricing trends, and competitive landscape. And Apple’s $99 hockey puck-shaped device came out on top…(...) "Over 50% of all streaming set-top boxes sold are Apple TVs" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Little League World Series to use iPads for scorekeeping, live game updates Posted: 16 Jul 2013 10:40 AM PDT
Since it was introduced in 2010, the iPad has found its way into dozens of professional and enterprise markets. Pilots are using them as flight bag replacements, executives are using them in place of their laptops, and doctors are using them to show patients their X-rays. And now it looks like it’s set to invade little league. The US Little League Baseball Softball organization has announced that it will use the GameChanger iPad app and website to keep stats and stream live game updates for their upcoming World Series events and tournaments…(...) "Little League World Series to use iPads for scorekeeping, live game updates" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Microsoft turns Outlook Web App into a native client for iPhone and iPad Posted: 16 Jul 2013 10:24 AM PDT
Despite the ongoing iPad-bashing in television commercials, Microsoft over the past month has managed to release brand new Office 365 for iPhone (check out our review) and SkyDrive Pro apps, while revamping and enhancing a cross-platform note-taking software, OneNote. Today, the Windows giant has added another productivity app to its stable of App Store offerings, the Outlook Web App for iPhone and iPad. Despite what the name might have you believe, it’s a native app. The software offers the same email, calendar and contact functionality you get in Outlook Web App on the browser, “but with additional capabilities that are only possible through native integration of the app with mobile devices,” such as notifications, Microsoft argues…(...) "Microsoft turns Outlook Web App into a native client for iPhone and iPad" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Audiofly headphones are your new favorite pair [review + giveaway] Posted: 16 Jul 2013 10:20 AM PDT
Always on the hunt for the perfect pair of headphones, I spent a lot of time at CES digging around with audio companies that made iPhone compatible options. I noticed Audiofly received a CES 2013 Design and Engineering honor and made it a point to stop by the booth. That visit may have been my best choice of the whole show. Before going any further, I will put my disclaimer in the introduction. These are probably the best earbuds I have ever had the pleasure of using, or reviewing. To prevent everyone from thinking I am getting paid by Audiofly for this review, these are my honest and open opinions, as always. I receive no compensation from the company for my posts, merely the media sample. If you are further concerned, I suggest you read our official review disclaimer. Moving along, these are extremely impressive earbuds. I am shocked at their balance, tone, clarity and high profile design. Take a step inside for a gushing review of the AF78‘s by Audiofly. Most importantly, I present to you one of the best giveaways on iDB. To help one of you experience the incredible sound, I worked with the company to provide a giveaway model of the AF78′s. Headphone connoisseurs rejoice…(...) "Audiofly headphones are your new favorite pair [review + giveaway]" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| PrimeSense dismisses Apple buyout chatter, Intel buys perceptual computing startup Omek Posted: 16 Jul 2013 09:38 AM PDT
The Israeli newspaper Calcalist in late-2011 accurately reported on Apple’s $500 million purchase of the Israeli Flash memory startup Anobit. Yesterday, the paper claimed Apple had been mulling buying PrimeSense, the motion control specialists behind the original Kinect motion sensor for Microsoft’s Xbox console. It now appears that any such talk could be premature as an unnamed source associated with the motion-gesture startup debunked the rumor in an interview with TechCrunch…(...) "PrimeSense dismisses Apple buyout chatter, Intel buys perceptual computing startup Omek" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| App Store giveaway adds 5.7 million new Infinity Blade II players in 7 days Posted: 16 Jul 2013 09:12 AM PDT
Being on the list of ten premium apps and games Apple gave away to users as part of the App Store’s fifth birthday was enough to revitalize downloads of Chair Entertainment’s elegiac masterpiece, Infinity Blade II. We’re talking some meaningful numbers here: the premium game has racked up nearly six million downloads on the basis of being slashed from its usual asking price of seven bucks a pop to $0…(...) "App Store giveaway adds 5.7 million new Infinity Blade II players in 7 days" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Popular private taxi service Uber updates iPhone app with fare splitting Posted: 16 Jul 2013 07:12 AM PDT
Users of Uber, the popular private taxi service that operates in 35 cities and fourteen countries, can now use the updated version of their iPhone application to easily split fares in-app with their friends. I use taxi pretty regularly and while Uber doesn’t operate in my area, our own Jeff Benjamin is ecstatic about the service, having confirmed it works as advertised (at least in the Chicago area). What’s best, billing associated with fare splitting in the new Uber version 2.8.6 is now social, too…(...) "Popular private taxi service Uber updates iPhone app with fare splitting" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
| Apple patents turns iPad into virtual CAD toolbox Posted: 16 Jul 2013 06:53 AM PDT
Apple Tuesday was granted a patent on a way to return some of the simplicity of traditional drafting and design to the rather complex process of Computer-Aided Design, also known as CAD. Entitled ‘Virtual drafting tools,’ Apple outlines how a multitouch interface – such as the iPad’s – can make more intuitive tasks like drawing a straight line. To revive the traditional drafting interface, the 2010 patent application approved by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, the multitouch interface uses tools such as rulers and protractors…(...) "Apple patents turns iPad into virtual CAD toolbox" is an article by iDownloadBlog.com. |
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